Latest News Articles
Another Term for Duvall, VanderWal
Published January 24, 2024
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall and Vice President Scott VanderWal were elected to another term. The pair was first elected in 2016. Duvall farms in Georgia. VanderWal raises crops and cattle at Volga, South Dakota.AFBF Supports AM Radio Bill
Published January 24, 2024
Farm Bureau delegates adopted policy to support the continued availability of AM radios in cars and trucks. “That gives us firm footing in supporting legislation that would make sure that AM radio stays in automobiles as they are manufactured,” said…ADM Accounting Practices Scrutinized
Published January 24, 2024
ADM has suspended its chief financial officer and launched an investigation into its nutrition business unit. This division is responsible for less than ten percent of ADM’s revenue, but its senior management received unusually large bonuses.A Mixed Bag
Published January 23, 2024
Northland Community and Technical College Farm Business Management instructor Ron Dvergsten is seeing a mixed bag when preparing 2024 cash flows. "Commodity prices have kind of dragged the bottomline down for the majority of farmers so for the vast majority…Vilsack Makes REAP Announcement at AFBF Convention
Published January 23, 2024
The Biden Administration is investing in 675 projects across 42 states under the Rural Energy for America Program or REAP. Vilsack said this investment will help farmers become more sustainable. "There are a number of examples throughout the country of how farmers…Building Demand for Soy Oil and Soymeal
Published January 23, 2024
Renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel are driving demand for soybean oil. United Soybean Board Demand Action Team Chair April Hemmes said the soybean checkoff is also finding a home for the soybean meal. "With all the new processing going in…NDFB Vice President Eager to Represent ND Farmers
Published January 23, 2024
Val Wagner is in her first term at NDFB vice president. Wagner was pleased to be part of the American Farm Bureau Federation delegate process. Wagner said it was an opportunity to "ensure that policies that are passed are things…Discussion Meet Provides Opportunities to Share Ideas
Published January 23, 2024
The American Farm Bureau Discussion Meet is part of the Young Farmers and Ranchers program. Contestants are evaluated on participation and discussion of pre-determined topics. NDFB member Warren Swenson said by learning to work within a group, participants develop the…Veterinarian Shortage Continues to Climb
Published January 23, 2024
The demand for veterinary services within agriculture has long outpaced the supply. "It makes it harder for people to hire veterinarians and it makes it harder for practice owners in certain areas to retire or sell their practices," said Dr.…